Jerome Boateng has been linked with a move to Liverpool (Picture: Reuters)

Liverpool are reportedly targeting Bayern Munich’s Jerome Boateng as Brendan Rodgers looks to strengthen his defence over the summer.

The Reds look certain to secure a spot in next season’s Champions League, as they sit 11 points clear of fifth-placed Everton, and Rodgers is keen to add European experience to his squad.

Boateng, 25, signed a contract extension in December until 2018 and, having played a crucial role in guiding the Bavarian giants to the Bundesliga league title earlier this week, it would take a huge offer to prise him away from the Allianz Arena.